Riverfront Hot Springs Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Grill
Cottage in Piney, AR
6 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this cottage rental
Your memorable Hot Springs retreat awaits! This vacation rental boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a pier so you can jump straight into the Ouachita River upon arrival. Treat yourself to a spa day downtown while the kids hike through the scenic Hot Springs National Park or visit the Arkansas Alligator Farm, all within 9 miles! At day's end, head home to spend time with loved ones roasting marshmallows around the fire pit then enjoy your favorite movie on the Smart TV.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Single-Story Home | 1,650 Sq Ft
This Hot Springs home has all you need for a vacation on the Ouachita River/Lake Hamilton - perfect for families and close-knit gatherings who want to simply show up and have the details taken care of.
Bedroom 1: California King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Futon | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
INDOOR LIVING: New furnishings, wet bar, 3 Smart TVs
OUTDOOR LIVING: Wraparound deck w/ dining table, charcoal grill, fire pit, river access w/ pier
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, 4-person breakfast bar, drip coffee maker, blender
GENERAL: Linens/towels, washer/dryer, free WiFi, window A/C unit, beach gear, hair dryers
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), boat parking
-- THE LOCATION --
PARKS: Family Park (6.2 miles), Kimery Park (8.1 miles), Hot Springs National Park (8.4 miles), Tufa Terrace Trail (8.4 miles), Sunset Trail (9.0 miles), Balance Rock Trailhead (9.6 miles), Cedar Glades Park (10.2 miles), Garvan Woodland Gardens (14.7 miles), Lake Catherine State Park (19.0 miles), Hickory Nut Vista (25.1 miles), Lake Ouachita (42.6 miles), Ouachita National Forest (58.1 miles)
MUSEUMS: Mid-America Science Museum (4.0 miles), The Galaxy Connection (7.4 miles), Gangster Museum of America (8.1 miles), Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum (8.7 miles)
FAMILY HOT SPOTS: Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo (7.5 miles), Hot Springs Bathhouse Dinner Theatre (8.1 miles), Downtown Hot Springs (8.2 miles), The Grand Promenade (8.4 miles), Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf (9.4 miles), Hot Springs Mountain Tower (10.1 miles), Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort (10.2 miles), Magic Springs Theme And Water Park (10.5 miles), Garvan Woodland Gardens (15.5 miles), Anthony Chapel (15.6 miles), Ron Coleman Mining (20.6 miles)
DINING: Smokin in Style BBQ (4.4 miles), Bubba Brews On Lake Hamilton (5.5 miles), Ohio Club (8.3 miles), Via Roma Italian Restaurant (8.8 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Sweet 16th Annual Chocolate Festival (8.3 miles), 16th Annual Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival (8.7 miles), Arkansas State Fair: Little Rock (61.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Memorial Field Airport (6.1 miles), Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (64.8 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
-- THE PROPERTY --
Single-Story Home | 1,650 Sq Ft
This Hot Springs home has all you need for a vacation on the Ouachita River/Lake Hamilton - perfect for families and close-knit gatherings who want to simply show up and have the details taken care of.
Bedroom 1: California King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Futon | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
INDOOR LIVING: New furnishings, wet bar, 3 Smart TVs
OUTDOOR LIVING: Wraparound deck w/ dining table, charcoal grill, fire pit, river access w/ pier
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, 4-person breakfast bar, drip coffee maker, blender
GENERAL: Linens/towels, washer/dryer, free WiFi, window A/C unit, beach gear, hair dryers
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), boat parking
-- THE LOCATION --
PARKS: Family Park (6.2 miles), Kimery Park (8.1 miles), Hot Springs National Park (8.4 miles), Tufa Terrace Trail (8.4 miles), Sunset Trail (9.0 miles), Balance Rock Trailhead (9.6 miles), Cedar Glades Park (10.2 miles), Garvan Woodland Gardens (14.7 miles), Lake Catherine State Park (19.0 miles), Hickory Nut Vista (25.1 miles), Lake Ouachita (42.6 miles), Ouachita National Forest (58.1 miles)
MUSEUMS: Mid-America Science Museum (4.0 miles), The Galaxy Connection (7.4 miles), Gangster Museum of America (8.1 miles), Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum (8.7 miles)
FAMILY HOT SPOTS: Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo (7.5 miles), Hot Springs Bathhouse Dinner Theatre (8.1 miles), Downtown Hot Springs (8.2 miles), The Grand Promenade (8.4 miles), Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf (9.4 miles), Hot Springs Mountain Tower (10.1 miles), Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort (10.2 miles), Magic Springs Theme And Water Park (10.5 miles), Garvan Woodland Gardens (15.5 miles), Anthony Chapel (15.6 miles), Ron Coleman Mining (20.6 miles)
DINING: Smokin in Style BBQ (4.4 miles), Bubba Brews On Lake Hamilton (5.5 miles), Ohio Club (8.3 miles), Via Roma Italian Restaurant (8.8 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Sweet 16th Annual Chocolate Festival (8.3 miles), 16th Annual Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival (8.7 miles), Arkansas State Fair: Little Rock (61.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Memorial Field Airport (6.1 miles), Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (64.8 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Piney, AR
$$$$
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
We came here for family vacation. Everything was close by and everything was up to what was described when booking.
10.0 / 10.0
The overall feel of the cottage was cozy. We enjoyed the stay very much.
10.0 / 10.0
Very clean cottage, close to everything in Hot Springs. Charcoal grill provided. We drank coffee on the back porch and watched the boats go by.
10.0 / 10.0
We really enjoyed our stay on the river. We had a beautiful view of the river and a nice dock to fish off if. The cottage was cozy and roomy at the same time. The views were outstanding with all the windows facing the river. Lots of beds. Will be back!
10.0 / 10.0
This property is in the perfect location and is nice and quiet. We really enjoyed the stay and will be looking for future visits.
10.0 / 10.0
Let's just get the nitty gritty out of the way first. The house is old and that means it comes with some old house issues. The pool table really needs some TLC to fix it, but it is playable (it was one of the favorite things about the house for my kids).
The owner was incredibly responsive in handling any issues we might have had but, more importantly he was also available to answer questions about the surrounding areas as well. If I could rate the owner higher than a 5, I would.
The spot is perfectly situated for the region. We were only about 10-15 minutes from anything we wanted to do. The grocery store was 2 miles straight down the road in front of the house. We rode go carts, we played mini golf, did an escape room down town, shopped, and went swimming all within 10-15 minutes. This really allowed us to maximize our time and events this year in ways we have not been able to do in the past.
The view in the evening and morning is incredible. I really enjoyed a morning cup of coffee out back on either the deck or under the deck by the fire pit. Speaking of the fire pit, we had cook outs and smores almost every night we were there. The fire pit was another favorite of the kids.
We had enough pots and pans for our needs. There was also a crock-pot, nice glass mixing bowls, measuring cups, coffee machine (with filters), plenty of plates and glasses, as well as plenty of utensils. The gas stove was amazing, I had forgotten how nice it is to cook on a gas stove.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved being right on the lake, it was so relaxing and also close to everything. Loved being only 20 minutes from downtown Hot Springs
10.0 / 10.0
My family and I had a great time. The owner Rex was amazing and provided us with prompt responses and service. With the temperature dropping we were worried about the place being cold. He warmed the place up for us and ran and got a heater for the game room when we got there. It’s located in the basement near the lake, so it’s a little drafty. There were 7 of us we all slept and moved around comfortably and made some amazing memories. There’s plenty of room and the view is amazing from the patio. I would most definitely recommend this place and we look forward to staying again. Thanks Evolve and Rex for making our first experience amazing!
10.0 / 10.0
The view morning and evening was outstanding. Shooting pool With ouradult son was great.
8.0 / 10.0
Clean towels clean sheets
The Lakeview was gorgeous the linens and towels were clean kitchen well stocked with items we needed. The only reason I gave it four stars was because the pool table needs repair the pool sticks were not working we had to buy a repair kit just to use them. The air conditioner seem to really struggle during the day and I felt like it's because the filters needed cleaning on the window units. Our host texted back very quickly if I had any questions. My kids enjoyed the board games.
When we arrived I was really taken away by The view of the lake.
The steps down to the dock are steep I would not recommend for elderly or handicap. My oldest son is special needs and could not make it down to the dock. But I feel the pictures represent that so that was my fault.
8.0 / 10.0
Good!
We had an overall good experience!
10.0 / 10.0
Nice home/location
When arrived the house was hot so first thing we ran to walmart and bought a fan for the kitchen. The house is in a good location, quiet neighborhood, light traffic area, great water views, a little dated for the price but comfortable, needs more pots/pans/cookie sheets, easy access to town and sights. I will say I have never stayed in a VRBO with more towels!! It is definately well stocked in that area :) As you can see my ratings are all over the place. This house is better than a hotel, spacious, just needs a little personal touch.
8.0 / 10.0
Good but somewhat overadvertised/overpriced
The yard/ outside of the house was neglected, not manicured like the neighboring properties. The pool table was broken & hardly usable (the sticks didn't even have tips). Needs pest control- ants & spiders everywhere. Trash was still under beds from previous guests. It was a decent enough place in a great location but we did feel we significantly overpaid.
10.0 / 10.0
Fun place with a nice view
The description and photos are accurate, except I didn't notice any canoe or ice machine. It has central air and an additional window AC unit in a bedroom. Although the house is kinda old, the furnishings are all pretty nice. All of the sliding glass doors make for good views of the water. When I called, the owner answered right away and was friendly.
10.0 / 10.0
Great little Lakefront house
This home was close to Hot Springs but in a very quiet location. We visited due to a volleyball tournament, but enjoyed fishing off the dock and playing pool. There’s nothing too fancy about this place but it’s clean and Rex, the owner, was friendly and accommodating. We had a great trip!
4.0 / 10.0
What you see is not what you get
This place is not what the pictures show except for the view. Upon arrival, I saw the front storm door was off. I grabbed the handle to close the door & my finger got smashed in between it & the glass. Then I noticed that the cute vrbo pics you see online were obviously staged. There were old, thick, & dusty spiderwebs all over. I'm allergic to spiders & killed 2 in one of the bedrooms. The owner claimed that the cleaning crew (we were charged a cleaning fee) had left earlier but I text him to tell him about the webs. He was very apologetic. He offered to send someone over but we decided to wait til morning because we wanted to get grocery shopping done before dark. We then checked the kitchen before we left. ANTS. They were all over the sink area & the bathroom. I get it, you're by a lake & you're going to have critters. I waited to mention it to the cleaning lady the next morning. She was so embarrassed about all the webs. Then we showed her the dryer lint filter which looked like it had NEVER been cleaned. We did not do any laundry for fear of a fire hazard. The beds are old & one bed slopes so bad to one side that it feels like you're going to roll out. Unless you sleep on the hump in the middle then you're good. The lamp in the living room has no switch. Just a little metal piece where it used to be. It's also not the lamp (or the recliners) pictured in the ad photos. When the cleaning lady came I mentioned these problems. She asked that I write a list to help her remember to pass along to the owner. I received a text from the owner asking for that list. I attached PICTURES with the problems & never got a response. I sure didn't think I was causing trouble but apparently it didn't go over very well & was taken personally. Aside from the webs we never complained. Only made him aware in the list as I was asked to do. In the meantime we enjoyed our outings away from there. We left the place cleaner than we found it. My first morning home I text him to ask if he would consider giving a discount for the inconveniences we experienced. I figured it doesn't hurt to ask & the worst he could say was no. He was insulted. He accused me of threatening him with a bad review if I didn't get a discount. I NEVER said that! In turn he threatened to "take action" for what we broke if I left a bad review. We didn't break anything so that was mean & unprofessional. I'm not labeling my review good or bad but it is HONEST. I have all the proof in texts & photos.
10.0 / 10.0
Girls Trip
Spent most all our time driving the back mountain roads stopping at every park we could. The cottage was fantastic. We spent a lot of time on the desk over looking the lake. We had a nice little bonfire in the pit and we even jumped into the lake with 59 degree temp. Water was fantastic
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful quiet views from a cozy cottage.
The check in/out couldn’t have been easier. The home was clean and tidy. We woke up early each morning to have coffee on the dock and it was perfect. Hot Springs downtown is just a short drive so you’re close enough to still be near the action without hearing it. We would definitely stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
Lanes & Humphreys
We had a great time!! everything look great and the whole house was nice and cleaned.. loved the view by the lake! we played pool, grilled etc really Enjoyed the time with family...
8.0 / 10.0
Get away
Most of the accommodations were ok. The furniture was not the same as profiled. The walkway very narrow. Not wheelchair friendly. The toilets were the biggest disappointment, as they were very outdated. They need standard size or stool size to be installed. The patio view was wonderful. Enjoyed but more for young generation.
6.0 / 10.0
Overall it was a satisfying experience but the property is overpriced for it's worth
As said above, it was a overall satisfactory experience but nothing out of the ordinary and the property is little overpriced for it's worth. Something in the range of 150s/night would be ideal. Some curtains were too loose and some closets can't be closed as there were no doors on that. The baseline is the property is overpriced for it's worth.
10.0 / 10.0
Incredible View
The property was as advertised. The views were amazing. The owner went above board to ensure we had a great stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Just shy of perfect.
The price was good, the view was epic, and the sunsets over the lake were incredible. Everything was accurate with the pics and description. It was quiet and just a short drive from everything we wanted to do. The AC is managed by the company in that it has a a limit to how low you can set it, but there is a window unit in the master bedroom that helps. Most people would likely be fine, but wife has health needs for it to be a little lower. The property manager got the company to lower the limit at night, but they counterbalanced it and raised the limit during the day which shifted the problem. The big company was my least favorite part of the whole experience. We just dealt with it because we were grateful and really wanted to enjoy our time away. The property manager was responsive and funny. Fully available, but not invasive. He got the AC limit lowered after I told him I thought we would be fine.
The house does show some wear after many years of service, but wasn’t expecting anything different. The wifi and appliances worked fine. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
10.0 / 10.0
Fun weekend!
The house was so clean - great start!!
Enough room for us & our kids.. kitchen is stocked enough for cooking in.
We loved our time in the lake. No issues with the house.
There were enough floats for us to enjoy the lake
6.0 / 10.0
Father’s Day weekend get-away
House smelt very clean upon entry but there were areas that didn’t look like they had been cleaned recently. Unable to control temp; all bedrooms except master did not stay cool at night. No fishing poles or water floatation devices available as advertised. Dock had a broken trim board that was left in the middle of the platform. Just looked like it needed some TLC. One of the bedroom doors doesn’t close. No extra trash bags left.
10.0 / 10.0
Great spot on the lake
Great property and perks for kids and adults both
8.0 / 10.0
Family vacation
This house was just as advertised.
It was tidy and had three bedrooms .
The bedroom/ bathroom was awkward as our oldest sons Fiancé was staying with us too. The smallest bedroom had the biggest bathroom. The laundry is in the biggest bedroom. The queen size bedroom had a waterproof protector on it (this is the room my husband and I ended up in . ) made sleeping a bit warm.
Pool floats were dirty and left outside for what seems like all
Winter . The property didn’t seem to be cared for much.
We appreciated the beautiful views , and the wifi.
Deck furniture and deck need a good washing.
2.0 / 10.0
Problematic host and property
We arrived to find the AC not working. Immediately called host and due to “having too many beers” couldn’t come look at but promised to send someone over the next morning. We modified our plans to wait on repair person and never saw him. After repeated calls and texts and the host didn’t do anything to help us. We ask for a partial refund and they said they would provide and as of this time (a week later) we have gotten nothing. House is older, not that clean, not a lot of kitchen items but the host basically doing nothing as we literally roasted in this house was the breaking point for us. I would beware of this unit and host.
10.0 / 10.0
Right by the lake
It was nice and quiet and right on the lake. My son loved that he could walk outside and go fishing.
10.0 / 10.0
Winter Hot Springs
Beautiful sunsets comfortable amenities great family time playing games and pool. Pots were damaged and they brought new set that night. Older house but nice updates excellent vacation. Thanks
10.0 / 10.0
Cute, cozy, beautiful views
We loved this spot! My husband, 2 yr old, 6 yr old, dog and I came from TX to meet his 20 yr old daughter and her boyfriend from AL for a little Christmas getaway. It was perfect for all of us and they had some sweet little extras like lots of games that made it that much more enjoyable! There were a couple of tiny issues but Rex was super friendly and helpful with any questions we had! Definitely recommend this place to all ages and hope we can make it back ourselves sometime!
10.0 / 10.0
Just a quick getaway
We stayed at the property the whole time except for one hour when we got out to go to town and drive around a bit. It was great having the pool table there to play. This is one of the main reasons we picked the property.
10.0 / 10.0
Thanksgiving getaway
Great Thanksgiving getaway with our kids! Wonderful memories made! Very nice and relaxing lake cottage!
10.0 / 10.0
Nice property
This was a great place for a get together. We were coming from Iowa and meet friends from Texas. Beautiful location and very relaxing
8.0 / 10.0
Very enjoyable getaway
Spent 4 nights here and it was a very nice getaway for our family. The house was a good spot for our first time In Hot Springs. We enjoyed sitting by the fire each night (thanks for the firewood!). We fished a few nights, but bring your own poles.
There were minor things we recommend, but I left a note with those as they weren’t things I think people need to know about.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely View, Relaxing Stay
The house was very cute and cozy and we enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect for us!
10.0 / 10.0
Escape
My kids and I needed a short vacation from the city. This place was exactly perfect for that escape. Quite, restful and relaxing describes the area exactly. The calm waters and the soft sound of secadas filled the air. The home was warm, welcoming amd very clean. The owner although we did not meet in person was very nice over the phone. We felt safe and well taken care of. Thank you so much for our covid escape!
8.0 / 10.0
Great place loved the provided games and floats
Great place! The only complaint I have is the cleanliness. There was an infant tshirt under the rug in the living room, a cup and tissue under the bed in the bedroom, and visible white dog hair lined the edges of the floor in the kitchen/front door area. Dishes weren’t put away and trash in bathroom wasn’t empty. I still paid a cleaning fee and had to put away my own dishes and take out my own trash when i left.
10.0 / 10.0
Lake Getaway
Very quiet and secluded cottage with a wonderful view of the lake. The Host is very accommodating and considerate. A great place to get away!
10.0 / 10.0
Lake Hamilton
Location was great and in these times it is nice to have a stand alone home so you aren't with 100's of others at a condominium etc. The property is as described and pictured, if a little dated but suited us fine. Nice to wake up to a lake view, even if steamy Arkansas summer! Facilities and again were fine with all you could need for a family. Game rom was used a lot.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Piney?
The average price for a rental in Piney is $365 per night. This rental is $21 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Riverfront Hot Springs Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Grill. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Riverfront Hot Springs Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Grill pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Riverfront Hot Springs Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Grill?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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